The Ontario Regiment training

PICKERING - Members of The Ontario Regiment (Royal Canadian Armoured Corps) are conducting military training on April 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Claremont, Brougham and Stouffville areas.

The Department of National Defence (DOD) reports most of the vehicle training will be on concession roads involving six military vehicles. Drivers are asked to remain alert as the training scenario is aimed at developing reconnaissance skills and may involve frequent stops.

The overall aim of the training is to give soldiers the chance to practice the skills needed to conduct reconnaissance tasks during future deployments, states the DOD. No standard service rifles or ammunition will be used during the training.

The Ontario Regiment (RCAC) is one of the oldest continuously serving regiments in Canada and is the only reserve unit in Durham Region.

Learn more about the Ontario Regiment at www.army-armee.forces.gc.ca/en/ontario-regiment/index.page.